HYDROTHERAPY CENTRE

Extensive work in human physiotherapy has demonstrated that a suitably monitored course of hydrotherapy acts by encouraging a full range of joint motion in reduced weight bearing conditions, therefore improving muscle tone & promoting tissue repair, without imposing undue stress on damaged tissues. Controlled swimming helps to improve cardiovascular stamina, muscle tone, range of movement & is particularly helpful in aiding recovery from injury or surgery whilst also improving general fitness, especially in the management of obesity. Muscle wastage begins within 3 days of any immobilisation so to prevent further weakness or injury it is important to rebuild, through safe exercise, any muscles that have deteriorated. It is better to treat dogs in heated water since cold water causes constriction of the blood vessels near the skin to the superficial muscles (just under the skin) which restricts the flow of blood making the muscles less efficient.

Hydrotherapy can help with:

Relief of pain, swelling & stiffness

Muscle strengthening & maintenance

Alleviating muscle spasm

Increased range of movement in joints

Improved circulation

Cardiovascular fitness

Increased tissue healing

Increased speed of recovery

Gait modification

Increased proprioception

Conditions that can benefit from hydrotherapy are:

Developmental conditions

Hip & Elbow dysplasia

Patella luxation

Degenerative conditions

Osteoarthritis

Spondylosis

Pre & post surgical cases

Total hip replacement

Neurological conditions

Degenerative myelopathy

Soft tissue injuries

Tendinitis ligament strain

Obesity

Increased core strength

Swimming prices are:
Hydrotherapy - First initial swim, assessment & consultation 45 minutes £50
Subsequent swims 30 minutes £35
Session includes treatment plans, muscle warm up with massage shower, rinse off, towel dry & short dry with high velocity dryer
We require the following details from you so that we can contact your veterinary practice with our consent form to enable us to swim your dog. Without your vet's signature we will not be allowed to book them in.

Fun & Fitness swim sessions - For dogs that love the water or need to burn off excess energy 30 minutes £25
All sessions performed by a hydrotherapist
Session includes treatment plans, muscle warm up with massage shower, rinse off, towel dry & short dry with high velocity dryer.

Please ensure your dog has not eaten for at least 2 hours before & at least 2 hours after sessions. Please take this into consideration if your dog requires food with medication. Please also remember this session will impact your dogs energy levels for the day so take this into consideration with additional exercise. Please toilet your dog before the session. If your dog toilets in the pool this can cause a delay to other swim sessions. Swim times depends on your dogs ability, condition & confidence. Your dog will not be in the pool for the whole session. If you arrive late the session will be shortened & the price will not be reduced as you have booked that specified slot. Children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Noise must be kept to a minimum & running around or distraction of dogs is not permitted. Please bear in mind other dogs may be in the vicinity & may not be as friendly as yours. We can not be held responsible for injuries which occur if our policy is not followed.

Linda Rowstron recommends Millie's Paws Grooming Studio.

15 July 2019 ·

Our little Leah has been to Millies paws for hydrotherapy and what a difference this has made to her. Everyone at Millies paws are friendly, 100% service and love for your animal. Special thanks to Donna and Careys

Sarah Thomas recommends Millie's Paws Grooming Studio.

26 June 2019 ·

Donna fab with our big baby of a dog introducing him into rehab swimming . She took time to assess and work round his needs . lovely place , would recommend.

Thanks from Harvey X

Michael Punshon recommends Millie's Paws Grooming Studio.

21 June 2019 ·

Donna is so kind and gentle with LULU and has worked with her staff hard to get lulu back on her legs and it has worked Sue and I are so delighted with her progress Many thanks

Mick and Sue and the cool gang

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Policies: 24 hour Cancellation policy operates to cancel or change appointments, toileting in the pool will result in a £50 charge, any block bookings must be used in within 8 weeks of payment date - no roll overs allowed.

HLM THERAPY

Now welcoming veterinary physiotherapist Hollee Laurna McEvoy who will be running weekly physio clinics on site with us. She is a fully qualified and insured member of the NAVP (national association of veterinary physiotherapists). Hollee graduated from university in the summer of 2018 with a BSc in veterinary physiotherapy. She has since been running her business 'HLM Animal physiotherapy' offering mobile and in practice treatments and assessments for small animal patients.

Signs to look out for:

• Stiffness

• Limping

• Difficulty getting up from lying down

• Difficulty going up stairs

• Reduced activity / lethargic

• not wanting to play

• Excessive whining

• Aggressive behavior when touched

• Muscle loss

• Weight gain

Benefits of physiotherapy:

• Improved Range of motion

• Improved stride length and mobility

• Reduce pain

• Reduce tension

• Improve Muscle tone

• Strengthening

• Improve neuromuscular function

• Improved proprioception, balance and coordination

Common conditions that can benefit include:

• Osteoarthritis

• Crainial cruticate ligament ruptures

• Hip / Elbow dysplacia

• Post operative referal

• Patella Luxation

• Medial shoulder instability

• Muscle strains/tears

• Fractures

• Carpal hyper extension

• Neurological conditions

What is included in your session:

Following veterinary consent a full in depth assessment of the animal is completed. Each individual assessment includes a case history, static and dynamic observations and full body palpation. On completion of the assessment, a treatment programme will be created, specific to the individual case. Treatment may involve: massage and various soft tissue techniques, joint mobilizations, stretches and/or electrotherapies. At the end Individual exercise programmes are utilized to encourage maximum fitness and health. Owners play a massive part in the rehabilitation of the animal, and their concerns and exceptions are listened to. Management advice is always provided for owners.

Pricing:

Initial assessment with Hollee is £40. This includes a full body assessment and palpation, mixture of manual and electro-therapy treatments and a home exercise programme with management advise to follow between appointments. Sessions are usually around 1 hour. Follow up sessions after this are £35.

Before your dog can be seen a veterinary referral form must be completed. It is a legal requirement for the physio to have veterinary consent from your vet before beginning treatment.

*HLM physiotherapy is independently run from Millie's Paws Hydrotherapy Centre*